Shi ##11
Crusade Comics • Shi: Way of the Warrior
Writer
William Tucci (Creator/Writer)
Interior Artist
William Tucci
Cover Artist
William Tucci
Publication Date
December 1996
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Armored with Flag Cape Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Shidare (Ana Ishikawa) continues her journey in an armor-clad appearance. This issue focuses on themes of heritage and war, featuring an iconic cover design commemorating 1918-1996.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress visible through the bag. There is a price sticker on the top right of the bag that may have left residue. Visible shelf wear across the center of the cover. Lower right corner shows minor blunting. Assessment is limited by the glare and bag/board.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (ungraded): $5 - $10. Graded (CGC 9.8): $30 - $50.
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. High-grade graded copies range from $35 - $60 depending on the variant and demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading would likely exceed the market value of the comic. It is best kept raw as a collector filler.
Notable Features
Features ANA Ishikawa as SHI. Notable for the patriotic American flag cape cover art by William Tucci. Part of the independent 90s 'Bad Girl' comic movement.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Crusade Comics printing. Features the standard $2.95 USD / $4.00 CAN price mark. Tucci's signature is printed as part of the cover art.